Oliver Cromwell te paard 1671

sthaysses

pen drawing

mechanical pen drawing

pen illustration

pen sketch

personal sketchbook

ink drawing experimentation

pen-ink sketch

pen work

sketchbook drawing

sketchbook art

"Oliver Cromwell te paard" is a 1671 engraving by S. Thaysses. The artwork depicts Oliver Cromwell on horseback, a prominent figure in English history, against a backdrop of allegorical text and figures. The artwork's intricate detail and composition highlight the importance of Cromwell's legacy, with its emphasis on virtue, justice, and the complexities of power dynamics. This small-scale engraving, measuring just 132 mm high and 72 mm wide, provides a fascinating glimpse into the artist's interpretation of this significant historical figure.